A week in Bhutan that covers three main places in the west: the capital city Thimphu, the old capital Punakha, and Paro. Our western tour is tailormade for family/friends with special bonding activities.
Day 1: Thimphu
Highlights
AM: Arrive Paro airport, transfer to Thimphu PM: Relax/start sightseeing if flight arrival is in the morning
Airport - Thimphu: 50km (45mins)
Day 2: Thimphu
Highlights
AM: 9km Nature trail walk from Changangkha to Kuenselphodrang (Largest Buddha Statue), Traditional Arts & Craft School, Folk Heritage Museum PM: Takin Zoo, Craft Bazaar, Kaja Throm (farmers market), free time, After 5pm Tashichhodzong
Day 3: Punakha
Highlights
AM: Drive to Punakha, Dochula Pass, Chimi Lhakhang (Temple of fertility) PM: Checkin hotel, Punakha Dzong, suspension bridge, relax
Thimphu - Punakha: 74km (2hrs)
Day 4: Punakha
Highlights
AM: short 30min hike to Khamsum Yulley Chorten, river rafting, Picnic lunch by the river with a go at archery (national game of Bhutan) PM: Fishing/Bicycling tour in Punakha.
Day 5: Paro
Highlights
AM: Drive back to Paro, National Museum PM: Check into hotel, Kyichu Lhakhang, stroll around Paro town, horseriding, Bonfire with smores
Punakha - Paro: 115kms (3hrs)
Day 6: Paro
Highlights
Full Day: Tigers Nest Hike PM: Traditional Hot Stone Bath
Day 7: Departure
Highlights
Hotel checkout and departure
Highlights: River Rafting, Nature Hike, Bicycling, Glamping, Riverside picnic, Horse riding and Bonfires